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The AI Imperative: A New Era for the Semiconductor Industry
The semiconductor industry is on the cusp of becoming a colossal $1 trillion market by 2030, but this growth presents a challenge. The increasing complexity and costs of manufacturing demand a new approach. An AI-first strategy is no longer a luxury; it's a necessity for continued leadership and growth. The strategic alliance between Tholons and Lavorro is designed to meet this exact challenge.
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Tholons and Lavorro: A Partnership of Leadership
We bring together decades of leadership in both technology innovation and enterprise-level transformation. Our integrated approach ensures you get not only the most advanced AI solutions but also the expert services to implement them flawlessly.
Tholons is a leader in technology services for over 25 years, now redefined as an AI-First consulting and services firm. Tholons has been a technology transformation leader across 25 key industries including Automotive, Pharma, Banking, Retail, Media, Manufacturing and others. Led by Chairman and CEO Avinash Vashistha, former Chairman and CEO of Accenture India and Asia, Tholons has a proven track record of guiding Fortune 500 companies through complex transformations. We see a significant opportunity to now bring the various industry best practices to Semiconductor.
Lavorro is a pioneer in applying Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to the unique complexities of semiconductor manufacturing. Our leadership team, including CEO and Founder Ankush Oberai, brings over 40 years of industry experience, having pioneered market-defining software and driven multi-billion-dollar savings in previous ventures. Lavorro has delivered significant value to over 15 clients, including top 5 global companies in both the fab and equipment maker sectors.
Our Solutions: AI-First Excellence for Fabs and Equipment Makers
Our specialized AI solutions are purpose-built to address the industry’s most critical pain points, driving efficiency and profitability across the entire value chain.
​FabAssist.AI: An AI
Co-pilot for Foundries​
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FabAssist.AI is an indispensable virtual assistant that empowers engineers within semiconductor manufacturing (Front-End, Advanced Packaging, Assembly and Test etc). It tackles critical challenges with proven results:
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Boost Wafer Yield: Meticulously analyzes data to pinpoint subtle root causes of yield losses, resulting in a 3–8% increase in wafer yield.
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Reduce Equipment Downtime: Integrates predictive maintenance algorithms to forecast and prevent tool failures, reducing unplanned downtime by 15–30%.
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Accelerate Troubleshooting: Provides instant, data-driven summaries of complex issues, cutting troubleshooting time from hours to minutes.
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Automate Repetitive Workflows: Automates tedious tasks like data aggregation, freeing up 30–50% of engineering time for higher-value work.
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Preserve Institutional Knowledge: Creates a centralized, searchable knowledge base from proprietary documents, accelerating new engineer onboarding.
ToolAssist.AI: Empowering Equipment Manufacturers
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ToolAssist.AI is a robust solution tailored for equipment manufacturers and suppliers (e.g., Process tools, Metrology and Inspection tools, Assembly and Test tools, Advanced Packaging tools, sub fab etc). It provides substantial direct benefits to manufacturers, while also offering significant indirect advantages to foundries.
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Direct Benefits for Manufacturers: Optimizes tool performance, enables predictive maintenance, provides faster support for field service engineers, and informs future product development with real-world usage insights.
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Indirect Benefits for Foundries: When manufacturers use our AI, it leads to higher tool uptime, reduced errors, and quicker issue resolution in your fabs, giving you a competitive edge.
Tholons Consulting, Service & Support Pillars
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Our AI solutions are powered by a comprehensive, five-pillar service framework from Tholons, ensuring seamless implementation and sustained value.
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AI Platform Integration & Data Architecture: We provide meticulous integration with your existing infrastructure, adhering to SEMI standards to build a unified, AI-ready data backbone.
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Domain-Specific AI Model Training: Our experts fine-tune our LLMs with your proprietary data using advanced techniques like PEFT (LoRA/QLoRA) to ensure highly accurate and relevant responses.
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Advanced Analytics & Predictive Intelligence: We leverage sophisticated algorithms for predictive maintenance, yield optimization, and the creation of digital twins to accelerate innovation.
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Cybersecurity, Compliance & Data Governance: We implement robust security measures aligned with SEMI E187, E188, and NIST CSF 2.0 to protect your sensitive IP and maintain operational integrity.
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Change Management, Training & Ongoing Support: We guide your team through the cultural and operational shifts of AI adoption with comprehensive training and 24/7 expert assistance.
​​​Proven Results from Industry Leaders
Our partnership has delivered significant value to over 15 clients, including top 5 global companies in both the fab and equipment maker sectors. With our solutions, these leaders have seen:
YIELD
SAVINGS
Achieved a 3-8% increase in wafer yield through AI-driven root cause analysis.
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY​
Reduced unplanned downtime by 20-40% & cut troubleshooting time from hours to minutes.
ENGINEERING PRODUCTIVITY
Freed up 30%+ of engineering time, allowing teams to focus on high-value, strategic tasks.
Our Integrated Service Offering: Powered by Tholons and Lavorro
As the exclusive consulting, service and support partner for Lavorro, Tholons provides the specialized AI-First talent and consulting services required for a seamless and impactful AI transformation.